Toyota launches Innova Hycross in Malaysia, names it ‘Zenix’
Unlike Hycross, which has multiple variants, Zenix comes as the lone variant.
Toyota has launched the Innova Hycross multi-purpose vehicle (MPV) in Malaysia, doing so, however, under a different branding. Here, the car will be known as ‘Zenix.’

Innova Hycross was launched in India in December last year. However, while the Hycross is offered in multiple variants, Zenix comes as the lone variant.
Toyota Innova Zenix: Powertrain
For Malaysia, the MPV continues to be petrol-only. A 2.0-litre naturally aspirated (NA) petrol engine churns out 172 bhp of power, and the hybrid petrol engine, also worth 2.0-litre, generates 183 bhp power. Transmission options include the CVT and e-CVT respectively, while no manual variant is on offer.
Toyota Innova Zenix: Seating capacity
The petrol version is an 8-seater vehicle, while the hybrid version has a seat less.
Toyota Innova Zenix: Features
Toyota has equipped Zenix with features such as a 10.1-inch touchscreen infotainment system, wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, automatic climate control, digital instrument console, electrically adjustable driver seat, powered tailgate, panoramic sunroof, etc.
Toyota Innova Zenix: Passenger safety
The safety kit comprises of 6 airbags, ESC (electronic stability control), parking sensors, 360-degree parking cameras, ADAS (avanced driver assistance systems), and more.
Toyota Innova Zenix: Prices
It is priced at 1,65,000 Malaysian Ringgit (approx. ₹29 lakh) onwards. Innova Hycross, on the other hand, is priced between ₹18.55 lakh (1,05,810 Ringgit) and ₹29.99 lakh (1,71,065 Ringgit).
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